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MAXUS DIRECT VENT HEATER
G. FINISHING
Figure 39 - Finishing Materials
WARNING!
Grilles on this appliance
cannot, in any way, be cov-
ered as it may create a fire
hazard.
6. Install the Junction Box
a.
Remove the junction box assembly from the valve compartment.
b.
If the box is being wired from the OUTSIDE of the appliance:
1)
Loosen two screws on the Romex connector, feed the necessary length of wire through the connector and
tighten the screws.
2)
Make all necessary wire connections to the receptacle and assemble the receptacle and cover to the
junction box.
3)
Attach the junction box assembly to the outside of the appliance with the two screws provided.
c.
If the box is being wired from the INSIDE of the appliance;
1)
Pull the electrical wires from outside the appliance through this opening into the valve compartment.
2)
Loosen the two screws on the Romex connector, feed the necessary length of wire through the connector
and tighten the screws.
3)
Make all necessary wire connections to the receptacle and assemble the receptacle and cover to the
junction box.
4)
Attach the junction box assembly to the inside of the appliance with the two screws provided.
d.
If the box is not to be wired at the time of appliance installation, assemble the receptacle and cover to the box
and install on the inside of the appliance.
1. Combustible Finishing Material
Material made of or surfaced with wood, compressed paper, plant fibers, plastics or any material capable of igniting
and burning, whether flame proofed or not, plastered or unplastered (this includes drywall).
2. Noncombustible Finishing Material
Material which will not ignite and burn. Such materials are those consisting entirely of steel, iron, brick, tile, concrete,
slate, glass or plasters, or combination thereof, or have a UL Fire rating of Zero (0).
3. High Temperature Sealant Material
Sealants that will withstand high temperatures: General Electric RTV103 (Black) or equivalent; Rutland, Inc. Appliance
Mortar #63 or equivalent.
A high temperature sealant, 1/8 in. wide minimum, must be used to close off gaps between the appliance and
facing to prevent cold air leaks. See Figure 39.
4. Combustible Mantel
A combustible mantel may be installed. Please refer to Figure 3.